GL7 1BF is a safe, established residential area on Peckham Walk, 0.2km from Watermoor in Cirencester. Administratively it sits within New Mills ward and the The Cotswolds constituency.
For families considering a move, GL7 1BF represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 24 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 10.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for GL7 1BF are sourced from Output Area E00112773 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PECKHAM WALK, GL7 1BF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PECKHAM WALK, GL7 1BF.
520
39
£ 51,200 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
GL7 1BF is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 39 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 10.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for GL7 1BF. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 116,550
4 sales · Mean £ 111,325
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
GL7 1BF has low crime rates — 24 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Cirencester Primary School
Watermoor Church of England Primary School
Paternoster School
Cirencester Kingshill School
Chesterton Primary School
Siddington Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Beeches Stores0.6 km
- Home Bargains0.6 km
- Winstones News Ltd0.5 km
- Hobbycraft0.6 km
- New Quarry Service Station - Londis0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Cirencester Town Football Club1.0 km
- Talbot Inn0.8 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Apsley Villa0.6 km
- The Ivy House0.8 km
- The Old Brew House0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
17 nearby- Cirencester Beefeater0.5 km
- Greggs0.8 km
- Rave Coffee0.8 km
- Ride 24/70.9 km
- Teatro And Barn Theatre0.7 km
- + 12 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Cirencester Kebab And Pizza House0.5 km
- Eastern Spice0.5 km
- Hong Kong Kitchen0.5 km
- American Pizza0.5 km
- Zen0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Aldi0.5 km
- Lidl0.8 km
- Tesco Extra0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Kemble6.1 km
- Stroud18.8 km
- Swindon19.8 km
Bus Stops
- Mulberry Court0.1 km
- Queen Elizabeth Road0.4 km
- Queen Elizabeth Road0.4 km
- Golden Farm Pub0.4 km
- Golden Farm Pub0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: GL71BF · Data under Open Government Licence